Bon Air, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Bon Air is a small city in Virginia with a population of 17,302. Residents earn $97,620 per year, which is 30% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
17,302 Population 2,067/sq mi density
$97,620 Median Income $46,602 per capita
$329,200 Home Value
$1,731 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$97,620 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$329,200 home value, $1,731/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
54.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $97,620
30% higher than US avg
Home Value $329,200
17% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 54.0%
60% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,731
49% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.8%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

How Bon Air Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population17,302
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density2,067/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 77%

Economy

A+
Median Income$97,620
Per Capita$46,602
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$35,106M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$329,200
Rent$1,731
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain44.9 in/yr
Elevation317 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+54.0%
High School+93.8%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 16% / D 82%
Commute22 min
EV Stations1
Libraries9

Is Bon Air a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bon Air receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Bon Air stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bon Air is $97,620, 30% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bon Air is $329,200, 17% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,731 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Bon Air is a highly educated community — 54.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Bon Air enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.9 inches, including 10.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Bon Air has a population of 17,302 with a density of 2,067 people per square mile. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.3%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 12.2% Black.

Population

17,302
Total Population
2,067
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
8.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Bon Air vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.5%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.5%
22% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bon Air vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bon Air is $97,620, which is 30% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Bon Air vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$97,620
30% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,602
Avg Weekly Wage$1,604
IRS Avg AGI$94,112

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,205
County GDP$35,106M

Business (County)

Restaurants728
Healthcare606
Retail780
Manufacturing201

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,923
98% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.6 min
Work from Home17.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Bon Air is $329,200, 17% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,731 (49% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$329,200
17% above US avg
Median List Price$424,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$424,500
$/Sq Ft$217
Homes Sold17
Sale-to-List Ratio102.1%
Price Drops12.5%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,731
49% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,137
1 Bedroom$1,181
2 Bedrooms$1,369
3 Bedrooms$1,787
4 Bedrooms$2,126

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,923
98% above US avg
Effective Rate2.10%
In Bon Air, 33.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.7% report depression. 19.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bon Air vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.8%
5% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma10.4%
COPD4.7%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity19.4%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress11.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.2%
Checkup Rate77.3%
Premature Death12,130/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access91.2%
Healthcare Facilities606

Crime Rates: Bon Air vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Safety Score

Bon Air has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.1°F
4% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.9 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall10.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation317 ft (97 m)
Area8.4 sq mi (21.7 km²)
Population Density2,067/sq mi
Coordinates37.5170°N, 77.5703°W
County FIPS51760
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 54.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 66.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 15.8%
D 82%

Winner: Democrat by 66.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+54.0%
60% above US avg
High School+93.8%
School Test Score5.58
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,067/sq mi
Total Area8.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities606
Restaurants728
Retail Stores780

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.6 min
Work from Home17.1%

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